Phelps may spur Kansas gay rights push in Topeka
Guest editorial argues that the notoriety of Topeka minister Fred Phelps could help push anti discrimination laws in Kansas. It notes last year’s failed Topeka vote, cites Supreme Court action on anti sodomy laws, and urges fair housing and employment treatment for gay people while acknowledging Phelps’ virulent protests.
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U.S. Supreme Court
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The
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Gridlock can be a good thing for Kansas science standards
The Wichita Eagle argues that gridlock on the State Board of Education over whether to fully review science standards, including evolution, is beneficial. It notes a 5-5 split, praises the 2001 Darwin-friendly revisions, and urges public clarity from board members as voters await positions on evolution in science classes.
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Wichita Eagle
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Iraq
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U.S
Afghanistan
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Middle East
Africa
Guest editorials provide varied reader viewpoints
Opinion pieces appear from readers and contributors with a range of perspectives. The Herald notes views are not necessarily those of the paper or its editors.
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Herald
Political contact list for Washington and Topeka officials
A readable roster of political offices. It lists President George Bush and several U S senators and representatives, plus Kansas governor and state legislators with office addresses and phone numbers. The material appears as a contact directory rather than a narrative news item.
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U.S
Jim Ryun
Rayburn House
Washington
D.C
Bush and Clinton compared over war plans and truth
Charley Reese argues that George W. Bush mirrors Bill Clinton in avoiding accountability and misusing language to mask policy. He claims Iraq lacked stockpiles and a WMD program, and asserts the administration rushed to war on false pretenses, harming U.S. credibility and incurring costs in blood and money.
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Bill Clinton
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Middle East
Writer Wise Beyond His Years in Hail Letter
A reader in Kansas City responds to Paul Thomas's Ottawa hail letter. The writer praises the young author, notes insurance misconceptions, and urges continued writing to sharpen judgment about good and bad in insurance minds.
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Ottawa
Paul Thomas
Kansas City
Mr. Thomas
Paul
Marlene Dinkmeyer
Kansas City, Mo
Blood drive appreciation and next event at Franklin County Annex
Joe Rich Franklin County Blood Coordinator of the American Red Cross thanks donors and volunteers for sustaining blood supplies. He notes the next drive is on Sept 25 at the Franklin County Annex and credits Dorothy Nichols and Jim Suber for their articles.
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Red Cross
Franklin County
Joe Rich
American Red Cross
Dorothy Nichols
Jim Suber
Dorothy
Jim
Be good guests at Franklin County Fair note of thanks
A note from Jonathan Oberg thanks the hundreds who attended the Franklin County Fair and followed rules to avoid damaging trees, lawns, and yards. He criticizes the few dozen attendees who violated property, urging respect for others’ property and cleanliness at Ottawa residence.
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Franklin County
Thanks to Ottawa Blood Drive Volunteers and Donors
A note thanking participants in the Red Cross blood drive held in Ottawa on July 16. The effort notes that each pint can yield three components and acknowledges that as many as 246 people may have been helped, with appreciation extended to 96 volunteers.
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Red Cross
Ottawa
Reader Forum guidelines for submissions in Ottawa Herald
Readers invited to submit hand signed letters with name address and phone number. Send to Reader Forum Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or email letters ottawaherald.com. Submissions must be under 400 words and may be edited for space.
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